What statutory council is legally mandated to register and regulate the training and professional practice of medical and dental doctors in Ghana?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. The Medical and Dental Council (MDC)
- Step 1: The MDC was established under Part II of the Health Professions Regulatory Bodies Act 2013 (Act 857). Step 2. It administers licensing examinations and enforces ethical standards across all practicing physicians and dentists. Answer: The Medical and Dental Council (MDC). Why not the others: NMC regulates nurses; Allied Health regulates lab scientists and physiotherapists; Pharmacy Council regulates pharmacists.
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